Abklatsch van de krijttekening op blad 16 verso 1875 - 1934

This is a chalk drawing by Isaac Israels, made in the Netherlands at the turn of the 20th century. It appears to be a copy or transfer, judging by the German title “Abklatsch.” Israels was part of the Amsterdam Impressionism movement, where artists were interested in representing everyday life. During this period, there was a growing interest in capturing fleeting moments and the effects of light and atmosphere. The Rijksmuseum, where this drawing is located, was founded in 1800 and has been instrumental in shaping Dutch national identity and art history. Israels, along with other artists, sought to break away from traditional academic styles and engage with the realities of modern life. To fully understand this drawing, we might consider the cultural institutions that influenced Israels, such as the art academies and exhibition societies that played a vital role in shaping artistic taste and standards. These institutions often reflected the values and ideologies of the ruling elites. By studying the history of these institutions, we gain insights into the social and political forces that shaped art in the Netherlands during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.